The Vision for Ganga Rejuvenation constitutes restoring the wholesomeness of the river defined in terms of ensuring “Aviral Dhara” (Continuous Flow”), “Nirmal Dhara”(“Unpolluted Flow”), Geologic and ecological integrity.

Key Functions
To achieve the objectives, NMCG shall carry out the following key functions namely:

(i) Implement the work programme of National Ganga River Basin Authority(NGRBA).

(ii) Implement the World Bank supported National Ganga River Basin Project.

(iii) Coordinate and oversee the implementation of projects sanctioned by Government of India under NGRBA.

(iv) Undertake any additional work or functions as may be assigned by MoWR,RD &GJ in the area of conservation of river Ganga.

(v) Make rules and regulations for the conduct of the affairs of the NMCG and add or amend, vary or rescind them from time to time.

(vi) Accept or to provide any grant of money, loan securities or property of any kind and to undertake and accept the management of any endowment trust, fund or donation not inconsistent with the objectives of NMCG.

(vii) Take all such action and to enter all such actions as may appear necessary or incidental for the achievements of the objectives of the NGRBA.